This no-cook tomato carpaccio is a diabetic-friendly summer recipe made with thinly sliced heirloom tomatoes, burrata, olive oil, shallot, and capers, designed for blood sugar balance and ready in about 10 minutes.
Tomato carpaccio is a simple, elegant dish that highlights fresh ingredients without added sugars or heavy preparation. This version keeps things clean and intentional, using healthy fats and classic Mediterranean flavors to support a low-carb, diabetic-friendly way of eating.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Naturally low carb and diabetic-friendly
- No cooking required
- Uses extra virgin olive oil for healthy fats
- Light yet satisfying with burrata and capers
- Easy to prepare but polished enough for entertaining
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Heirloom tomatoes
- Burrata
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Red wine vinegar or champagne vinegar
- Shallot
- Capers
- Lemon zest
- Sea salt
- Black pepper
- Basil leaves or fresh greens
Ingredients
Method
- Arrange tomato slices on a plate in a single layer.
- Tear burrata and distribute evenly over tomatoes.
- Whisk olive oil, vinegar, shallot, capers, lemon zest, and pepper.
- Spoon vinaigrette lightly over the dish.
- Finish with basil and rest briefly before serving.
Notes
Tips for Best Results
- Use room-temperature tomatoes for the best flavor
- Rinse capers to reduce excess salt
- Tear burrata instead of slicing for better texture
- Avoid sweet or balsamic vinegars
Variations & Substitutions
- With stracciatella: Swap burrata for stracciatella cheese
- Dairy-free: Omit cheese and add avocado slices
- Keto-friendly: Increase olive oil slightly and add nuts
- Herb swap: Use chives or parsley instead of basil leaves
Yes. Tomato carpaccio is low in carbohydrates and rich in antioxidants, especially when paired with healthy fats like olive oil.
Heirloom tomatoes are ideal because of their flavor and texture.
You can slice the tomatoes ahead, but assemble just before serving for best texture.
Serving Suggestions
Serve tomato carpaccio as a light appetizer or alongside grilled fish, chicken, or steak. It also pairs well with other Mediterranean-style salads and low-carb summer dishes.
